Thyme English Organic HEIRLOOM Seeds

Thymus vulgaris

Item #6079

Perennial. An invaluable seasoning in the
kitchen, thyme has a subtle,
woodsy flavor that complements
a variety of foods. A staple herb
of chefs, and one of the primary
ingredients of "bouquet garni."
With very small leaves and
delicate, edible flowers, this thyme
makes a lovely 12" tall landscape
plant; use as a low hedge
around your herb or vegetable
garden. An excellent container
plant to enjoy indoors or out. Perennial in USDA zones 5 and warmer.

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Perennial

Full sun to part shade

6"-12" tall and wide

Days to Emerge: 10-15 days

Seed Depth:1/8"

Seed Spacing:a group of 5 seeds every 10"

Row Spacing: 12"

Thinning:
When 1" tall, thin to 1 every 10"

When to sow outside: 1 to 2 weeks
after average last frost, and when soil
temperature is at least 68°F.

When to start inside: 6-8 weeks before
average last frost.

Harvesting: Pick sprigs as you need them.
Shear the whole plant 4" above ground if
growth is spindly; new growth will be
denser. Do not cut into the woody part or
prune heavily in fall; it may adversely
affect winter hardiness.